Jessica Cohen, Cpa
About Jessica Cohen, Cpa
Jessica Cohen is the Chief Financial Officer at YMCA of South Florida, with extensive experience in financial management and accounting. She previously held various positions at Florida Atlantic University and worked as an Accounting Manager at Yeshiva University.
Work at YMCA of South Florida
Jessica Cohen serves as the Chief Financial Officer at the YMCA of South Florida. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the financial management and strategic planning of the organization. Her role involves overseeing financial operations, budgeting, and financial reporting, ensuring the organization meets its financial goals and objectives.
Previous Roles at Florida Atlantic University
Jessica Cohen has held multiple positions at Florida Atlantic University. She served as Assistant Vice President & University Controller from 2014 to 2019, where she managed financial operations. In 2020, she worked as Assistant Vice President for FP&A for 11 months, followed by a role as Associate Vice President for Financial Affairs in 2021 for 10 months. Additionally, she was an Associate Controller from 2013 to 2014.
Experience at Yeshiva University
Prior to her tenure at Florida Atlantic University, Jessica Cohen worked at Yeshiva University as an Accounting Manager from 2009 to 2013. In this role, she was responsible for managing accounting functions and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Career at KPMG
Jessica Cohen began her career at KPMG, where she worked as a Senior Associate Auditor from 2007 to 2009. Her responsibilities included conducting audits and providing assurance services to clients, which helped her develop a strong foundation in financial analysis and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Cohen earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from Pace University - Lubin School of Business. Her educational background provides her with the expertise needed to excel in financial management and accounting roles throughout her career.